Community Parent Liaison & Workshop Coordinator

Description Foster relationships with parents and other members of the assigned school in the community and work with groups and community based collaborations through formal and informal contacts. Establish linkages with neighborhood-based organizations for the purpose of information gathering, referral and advocacy for families. Engage parents in school activities through community outreach. Support parent resource center activities at school, including information and referral to services for families as appropriate. Maintain communication with parents of all services, training, and program opportunities available through the community schools project. Work in partnership with the Community School Site Coordinator at the assigned school and school staff to plan ongoing workshops, training and seminars for parents. Take the lead role as needed to plan and coordinate events. Recruit target families and connect them with the services appropriate to them, identifying specific needs and any barriers. Maintain attendance records for all parent activities and classes. Part-time, hourly positions (Up to 25 hours/week), no benefits. Work during school year only, 10 months/ year. Position location is at Maurice Pritchett Academy in Wilmington. EOE Requirements Qualifications High school graduate or GED with 2 years of related experience, required; AA degree with experience, desirable. Bilingual (Spanish/English) desirable. Must be flexible with regard to schedule to allow for some evening and/or weekend activities as needed. Former or current parent and/or resident of the feeder area for the school, preferred. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr Cffde